Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville
Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville is a running race on December 13, 2026 in Louisville, OH, with entry fees from $15 to $30.
- Date
- December 13, 2026 (143 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join GCXC Racing, Santa, and hundreds of runners and walkers to fill the streets with holiday spirit for the fourth annual "Run Santa Run 5K & Reindeer Ramble" taking place at Louisville High School in Louisville, Ohio, just a short drive from Canton and surrounding areas. Participants are encouraged to dress "festive".
The event takes place on Sunday, December 13th, 2026.
5K registration includes fleece blanket, finisher medal, Santa hat, custom bib and swag bag. Optional long sleeves and fleece hoodies also available for pre-order during registration.
Reindeer Ramble registration includes a finisher medal, custom bib and reindeer.
- Early packet pick-up takes place at UnHitched Brewing Company on Saturday, December 12th from 2:30pm-4:00pm
- Race day packet pick-up and registration take place from 7:00am-8:00am inside the high school.
- The 400-meter Reindeer Ramble begins at 8:15am.
- The chip-timed 5K run/walk will begin at 8:30am.
- The start/finish line for the 5K is located in front of Louisville High School and takes participants on an out-and-back course through residential streets and country roads. The Reindeer Ramble will take place in the front parking lot of Louisville High School.
Top three overall males and females in the 5K will receive UnHitched gift cards ($75, $50, $25).
Additional awards to the top three males and females in the following age groups:
9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Up.
Top three overall males and females in the 5k will received UnHitched gift cards ($75, $50, $25).
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
40°
Typical Low
27°
Chance of Rain
52%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Louisville, OH
Population
9,560
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,131 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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143
Days to train
- Race
- Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville
- Date
- December 13, 2026
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Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville
Dec 13, 2026